Thank you for the support and advise it is really appreciated. I feel alot better about it. I was starting to think maybe I had made the wrong decision.. I will sort out ABA today.
chick, whatever decision you make, it will be the right one, but seriously in the middle of the night when it's freezing cold...all I have to do is roll over and feed, none of this getting up to heat up a bottle - THAT is too hard.
Good on you for being prepared early. I definitely recommend joining the ABA and doing one of their breastfeeding education classes. Having the information beforehand makes a huge difference and the support is even more helpful.
Nipple rings in the past usually don't usually cause a problem. I have heard of 2 or 3 cases where there had been an issue but this is very rare so I wouldn't give it another thought. Large breasts can make things a bit more difficult at first but with all your knowledge from your ABA class and book you will be fine. Confidence that you can do makes it a lot easier.
I did a breastfeeding course when i was pregnant and found it really useful. i also joined the ABA and read the book they sent out heaps (so useful!)
In the course, someone asked about a nipple ring hole, and the instructor said that most people don't have a problem with them. One woman reported that she would get milk out that hole sometimes but still fed successfully.
Don't let other people scare you, breastfeeding can be great. Education can help you know there are options if things are more difficult, and know where to get help if you need it. Most issues can be fixed and are easier if you seek help early.
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chick, whatever decision you make, it will be the right one, but seriously in the middle of the night when it's freezing cold...all I have to do is roll over and feed, none of this getting up to heat up a bottle - THAT is too hard.
but still fed successfully.
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